# Times Square

New York City, United States

A blazing intersection where Broadway crosses Seventh Avenue, renamed in 1904 for The New York Times. Famous for towering illuminated billboards, its New Year's Eve ball drop, and the surrounding theater district, it draws roughly fifty million visitors a year.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Times Square, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 40.7575, -73.9858

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